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The months in 2011 just seem to be flying by. We just got back from visiting family in IL and IN.. It is a reminder of how time doesn't stand still. People and places change and life goes on. We had a great visit and it is always hard to come back.
It is only 8 months until Christmas. It felt like fall weather in IL. It was so cold. Stacy has another Noel challenge for us over on Splitcoaststampers. This month the theme is to use ONLY poinsettias on your card.
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I chose the Poinsettia and Boxwood set for my creation. I stamped it on Flourishes Classic Cardstock twice and cut it out to layer. I added some pearl embellishments. This pretty ivory lace is from the Flourishes store. I love the width of this lace. It is perfect for card making. I stitched around the edges of my Basic Grey Jovial paper. I colored my flower with the Fuchsia Copics Collection.
A reminder about the changes to the challenge for the rest of the year.
We want you to get ahead on your Christmas cards and have more time to
enjoy the Christmas season without the glue dots in the hair, paper all
over the living room and smudges of ink on your face come Christmas Day!
So we will not draw one winner but 5 names to win in May. Each month we
will have anywhere from 5-10 winners for a free Christmas stamp set for
that month! For 5 lucky winners, May stamp set will be the Warm Winter Wishes.
Such a beautiful poinsettia, Dawn - awesome card! As always, amazing coloring and beautiful colors.
ReplyDeleteDawn, this is totally gorgeous!! I love the different layers you've put on this!! STUNNING!!
ReplyDeleteWow! That's gorgeous! I missed my Christmas Card Goal this month, now I have to play catch-up. The weather here has been cold too. It looks like we just can't have a spring this year.
ReplyDeleteWOW this is absolutely GORGEOUS Dawn, the 3d effect looks amazing hun! Stunning colors, hope you are having a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteHi Dawn
ReplyDeletewhat a beauty!
Beautifully elegant card, Dawn! Love the pop of turquoise against the dark BG and your colouring is fabulous as always :)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card Dawn, the poinsettia looks perfect on the turqoise background. I have to agree with you that the months are just flying by (quite scary really).
ReplyDeleteWhat a Great Idea... Love the layers! I never think to use a black background paper like you did... It's just stunning!
ReplyDeleteI have a large Magnolia flower I'm going to try the layers with, Thanks!
Oh wow Dawn your card is stunning. So pleased you enjoyed your break, Annette x
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous card! Your coloring is always just perfect. And I can identify with winter themes right now as it is really cold here in Iowa today too! Temps in the low 40's and winds around 35 mph. don't make you think of spring!
ReplyDeleteDawn...this is just so gorgeous. Your layering is simply amazing! Someone is going to receive a beautiful Christmas card this year!
ReplyDeleteDawn this is gorgeous! I love the layers, the rich Jovial paper is perfect and your beaded center is awesome! Beautiful beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Dawn! I love the papers and the dramatic poinsettia! Glad you had a good trip!
ReplyDeleteWow this is stunning Dawn.. Gorgeous rich papers and colors.
ReplyDeleteStunning Dawn! I just love the coloring of the poinsettia and your colors! So elegant! So much dimension!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous, Dawn! This paper was my favorite Christmas paper last year, and I barely used any of it! So glad you had a visit with family in Illinois, and I believe the cold, too!
ReplyDeleteI have missed your blog and am ready to be back after two weeks travels. Hugs, friend!
Wow, this is really stunning! I love the pretty colors and card design! I just found your blog and am your newest follower! Hugs, Karen
ReplyDeleteThese colors are so eye catching and I LOVE all the dimension on the flower! Awesome card!
ReplyDeleteThis is just gorgeous. Love the colors!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Dawn! I would never have thought of pulling out the aqua and it looks awesome! Great sketch and as always gorgeous coloring! Hope you are OK? Tried to call last week! Take care!
ReplyDeleteWow!
ReplyDeleteWow! Gorgeous Miss Dawn! Love your card layout, lovely dp and beautiful coloring. We just got home form Vacation as well, If I was smart, I would start on my Christmas cards now too. lol
ReplyDeletetotally gorgeous...loving all the layers on that beautiful poinsettia...and that dramatic bkgd dp....beautiful
ReplyDeleteStunning and magnificent! What a gorgeous Christmas card, Dawn!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful, Dawn! I have this stamp and need an early start too! You have inspired me!
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